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Forum: Aerodynamics 09-29-2022, 06:53 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,875
Posted By M_a_t_t
Does it reconnect before final separation?

Does it reconnect before final separation?
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-30-2022, 08:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,986
Posted By M_a_t_t
Do you have a way to see the airflow into the...

Do you have a way to see the airflow into the system? My first thought would be more restrictive meaning more throttle opening for the same speed, but the same airflow as less opening with a less...
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 05-06-2022, 06:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,383
Posted By M_a_t_t
First thought without too much thinking, yes. But...

First thought without too much thinking, yes. But maybe no.

When the voltage drops low it means the alternator can't supply enough power. This isn't the case when the a/c is running, but the a/c...
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 04-20-2022, 02:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,614
Posted By M_a_t_t
You can just spray some starting fluid on the air...

You can just spray some starting fluid on the air filter.

Fuel in the oil can cause the bearings to go bad. The fuel thins out the oil a lot. I wouldn't recommend running it at all without...
Forum: EcoModding Central 04-09-2022, 01:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,362
Posted By M_a_t_t
You could just wait til you have the camper...

You could just wait til you have the camper (didn't see it in this thread so I don't know the details), then put a thin board loosely attached to the bottom (using something like an F-clamp) that...
Forum: EcoModding Central 03-29-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 28,071
Posted By M_a_t_t
He has already passed it on and it is now in...

He has already passed it on and it is now in Kentucky.

https://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/19bonestock88-becomes-custodian-legendary-aerocivic-40047.html
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-24-2022, 03:23 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 16,505
Posted By M_a_t_t
There was an issue with the last picture. Looks...

There was an issue with the last picture. Looks like you accidently deleted the first half of the IMG coding

Welds look good, or atleast better than mine. If you can't make a good looking weld all...
Forum: Aerodynamics 03-19-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,525
Posted By M_a_t_t
Whichever one is cheaper, modifiy it. Neither one...

Whichever one is cheaper, modifiy it. Neither one looks better than the other to me. If that's your truck then maybe sell the TRD grill and buy a stock one if there is a good difference in price.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 03-19-2022, 12:20 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,749
Posted By M_a_t_t
I opted for the MS3X for mine because I figured...

I opted for the MS3X for mine because I figured better control of the injection would help for lean burn tuning. I still haven't done anything with it besides put it (mostly) together.
Forum: Aerodynamics 01-14-2022, 04:15 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 16,505
Posted By M_a_t_t
My car is 2371 lbs without me in it (verified via...

My car is 2371 lbs without me in it (verified via a scale at the scrap yard). I deleted my P/S and don't have an issue. I have to use 2 hands when stopped, but as soon as its rolling I can turn one...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-28-2021, 05:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 946
Posted By M_a_t_t
I tried talking to the guy that took that...

I tried talking to the guy that took that picture. He hurried up and drove off though. :D
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-13-2021, 09:42 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 28,071
Posted By M_a_t_t
Here in Indiana I have to pay one year until a...

Here in Indiana I have to pay one year until a certain date (based on last name). Even though I paid for registration for the 04 awd van in July I still had to pay the price for a full year until...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-13-2021, 09:02 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 26,666
Posted By M_a_t_t
I don't know the source, but the ecomodder wiki...

I don't know the source, but the ecomodder wiki lists the 3rd generation (97-02) ford escort as 19.8 sq ft. The unibody is shared with the 2nd generation car (91-96) so I assume it must be close to...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-07-2021, 09:03 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 26,666
Posted By M_a_t_t
It wasn't intended to be a question, but I...

It wasn't intended to be a question, but I appreciate the opinions/advice. My biggest concern is that I'm going to sink a TON of time into it, and still have more to do. But I also know that by the...
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-29-2021, 11:51 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 26,666
Posted By M_a_t_t
It's been awhile. The wiring to the rear...

It's been awhile.

The wiring to the rear right taillight socket came apart. In an attempt to not buy another yet since my plan for the car was to do something different for the rear I wired it up...
Forum: Hypermiling / EcoDriver's Ed 10-22-2021, 09:56 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,374
Posted By M_a_t_t
Do you mean you blip it, push in the clutch, then...

Do you mean you blip it, push in the clutch, then shift, then re-engage the clutch?

If you blip it after you push the clutch in it won't spin the input shaft unless you have some clutch drag.
Forum: The Lounge 09-21-2021, 01:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,239
Posted By M_a_t_t
I've been reading up (out of curiosity) on wood...

I've been reading up (out of curiosity) on wood gas. And you can set it up to run on gasoline/ethanol to get the firing process started then switch over to wood gas (via switches/valves in the car)...
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-17-2021, 12:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 758
Posted By M_a_t_t
https://www.evspecifications.com/images/news/d4344...

https://www.evspecifications.com/images/news/d434437/main.jpg
https://www.evspecifications.com/images/news/d434437/additional_0.jpg...
Forum: Success Stories 09-11-2021, 11:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,750
Posted By M_a_t_t
In case you hadn't seen it, honda issued a...

In case you hadn't seen it, honda issued a warranty on your engine for loss of power/oil dilution.
...
Forum: Success Stories 08-03-2021, 01:27 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 76,332
Posted By M_a_t_t
I haven't driven it, so I can't confirm but,...

I haven't driven it, so I can't confirm but, there is no center hub on the back so they must be lug-centric. Those wobble bolts have a little bit of a learning curve too. It took a few minutes for me...
Forum: The Lounge 07-19-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,032
Posted By M_a_t_t
My first thought is, will it fit? The civic has...

My first thought is, will it fit? The civic has gotten bigger since your car. Does that include the size of the drivetrain?
Forum: Aerodynamics 07-05-2021, 09:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,666
Posted By M_a_t_t
(I haven't read the thread you mention) The...

(I haven't read the thread you mention)

The only reason I can think is that you don't have to accelerate the mass. And I mean accelerate in a new direction, like turning a corner changes the...
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-26-2021, 05:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,074
Posted By M_a_t_t
Most of the forum users that run wood (vs...

Most of the forum users that run wood (vs charcoal) have a wood 'chunker' to turn it into cubes of a relatively consistent size. Converted pickups (don't have to have a compact setup) use wet hay in...
Forum: For Sale 05-26-2021, 05:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Posted By M_a_t_t
He took some of the engine sensors for his...

He took some of the engine sensors for his daughters astro. I was thinking the same thing on my way to pick it up though.
Forum: Aerodynamics 05-25-2021, 11:36 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 13,190
Posted By M_a_t_t
I would think the induced drag would outweigh any...

I would think the induced drag would outweigh any benefits in fuel economy gained by lowering the rolling resistance.
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